President BUHARI has said that safety of the Nigerian airspace remains a key priority to the federal government as he mourned the victims of a military plane that crashed near the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport.
In a statement issued by his spokesman, FEMI ADESINA, President BUHARI extended his heartfelt condolences to family members, friends and colleagues of those who died as a result of the tragedy.
According to the statement, the President said he is joining the Nigerian Air Force, the military and other Nigerians in mourning the unfortunate loss of the dedicated and courageous personnel, who died in the line of duty.
He explained that investigations into the cause of the crash were ongoing.
Senate President, AHMAD LAWAN, has also expressed sadness over the tragic incident and charged the authorities to reinforce their safety measures against future occurrence.
